Jeremiah 48:5 Meaning and Explanation
“For in the going up of Luhith continual weeping shall go up; for in the going down of Horonaim the enemies have heard a cry of destruction.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Refugees flee through mountain passes, their weeping audible as enemies close in.
The Context of Jeremiah 48:5
Refugees fleeing; the scale of suffering becomes public and undeniable.
What Does Jeremiah 48:5 Mean?
Luhith and Horonaim were settlements in hilly terrain. The imagery of 'going up' and 'going down' reflects the physical geography of flight—Moabites scrambling through mountain passages as invading forces pursue. The 'continual weeping' suggests sustained grief, not momentary alarm.
Enemies hearing the cries of destruction signals that Moab's collapse is so visible, so audible, that even hostile forces witness it. The cry itself becomes a herald announcing judgment to all who will listen.
Jeremiah 48:5 in the Original Language
לוּחִית (Luhith) — a city in Moab where the sound of weeping ascends as people flee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremiah 48:5
What does Jeremiah 48:5 mean?
Refugees flee through mountain passes, their weeping audible as enemies close in.
What is the context of Jeremiah 48:5?
Refugees fleeing; the scale of suffering becomes public and undeniable.